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“Ah, great it is to believe the dream as we stand in youth by the starry stream; But a greater thing is to fight life through, and at the end, 'The dream is true!'”

Quote by Edwin Markham

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Edwin Markham
Edwin Markham

Edwin Markham was an American poet renowned for his profound and evocative poetry. Born on April 23, 1852, in Pomfret, Connecticut, and passing away on March 7, 1940, Markham's work frequently tackled themes of nature, human struggle, and social justice. His most celebrated poem, 'The Man with the Hoe,' is a moving portrayal of the hardships faced by the working class. more

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